PF Ch7 Vocabulary

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Mediation

Back

The attempt by an impartial third party to resolve a difference between two parties through discussion and negotiation.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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Legal Aid Society

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One of a network of publicly supported community law offices that provide legal assistance to consumers who cannot afford it.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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Leasing

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A contractual agreement with monthly payments for the use of an automobile over a set time period.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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Service Contract

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Agreement between a business and a customer to cover the repair costs.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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Class-Action Suit

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A legal action taken by a few individuals on behalf of all the people who have suffered the same alleged injustice.

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Arbitration

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A method of resolving disputes outside of court, where an impartial third party makes a binding decision.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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Warranty

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A guarantee provided by a manufacturer or seller regarding the condition of a product.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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FTC (Federal Trade Commission)

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A government agency that protects consumers by preventing unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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Small Claims Court

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A court that handles minor civil disputes, typically involving small amounts of money.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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Consumer Rights

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The rights afforded to consumers to ensure fair treatment and protection in the marketplace.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C